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LMG 280K

1972 Saab 99

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,004 mi
Last recorded91,004 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1972 Saab 9959,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMG 280K
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 91,004 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2012 90,456 miles

Evidence that N/S/F tyre scrubs inner arch under certain conditions

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear tires have age cracking to sidewalls

Fail 18 May 2012 90,456 miles

Evidence that N/S/F tyre scrubs inner arch under certain conditions

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear tires have age cracking to sidewalls

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 89,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 89,955 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 89,712 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 89,302 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 88,391 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 87,694 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 86,676 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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LMG 280K is a 1972 Saab 99 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 59,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMG 280K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMG 280K registered?

LMG 280K is a 1972 Saab 99, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is LMG 280K safe to buy?

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